The Rudolf Augstein Foundation is a non-profit and independent foundation under civil law. We commemorate one of the most important German journalists of the 20th century; through our foundation’s work, the concerns that motivated our namesake and thought leader Rudolf Augstein can continue to be addressed into the future.
We do this by encouraging critical and independent journalism, improving the starting and development opportunities of disadvantaged children and young people, and enabling artistic experiments.
With our journalism scholarships, we aim to support young talents on their path into journalism. After all, our democracy will continue to depend on an informed public and on people who ask critical questions, conduct thorough research, and help shape public debate. The application period for our journalism scholarship runs from 3 July 2026 to 20 September 2026. Applications can be submitted via our online application form. You can find all information on eligibility requirements, required documents, and the selection process here. We wish all applicants the best of luck!
Our 2025 impact report is online!
Under the motto “Showing what could be,” we provide insights into our foundation’s work and, above all, into the funded projects themselves: how they come into being, continue to evolve, and create impact. From strengthening independent journalism and supporting young people as they enter the world of work to artistic formats that open up new ways of engaging with social issues. At this point, we would like to express our special thanks to all our partners, whose expertise and commitment make these social changes possible. We hope you enjoy reading the report.
